Western Fishfly vs Indian Dobsonfly
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Western Fishfly | Indian Dobsonfly |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Neohermes filicornis | Nevromus testaceus |
| Order | Megaloptera | Megaloptera |
| Family | Corydalidae | Corydalidae |
| Size | 40-55 mm wingspan | 35-50 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Rivers & Streams | Rivers & Streams |
| Diet | Predators | Predators |
| Regions | Western North America | South Asia |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Data Deficient |
Western Fishfly
A western North American fishfly with feathery antennae and brownish wings. Adults are attracted to lights near streams where their larvae develop.
Did You Know?
Fishflies are distinguished from dobsonflies by their feathery antennae and lack of massive mandibles in males.
Indian Dobsonfly
A medium-sized dobsonfly found in hill streams of the Indian subcontinent. Larvae live under rocks in well-oxygenated rapids.
Did You Know?
It is one of the few megalopteran species found in tropical South Asia.